Tinnitus Relief Guide
Tinnitus—often described as a persistent ringing or buzzing in your ears—can impact focus, sleep, and everyday comfort. This guide provides clear, practical information on what may help, from sound therapy to simple daily habits that calm your auditory system.
What Is Tinnitus and Why It Gets Louder
Tinnitus isn't a sound from outside, but a perception created by your brain when normal sound input is reduced or your hearing system is stressed. It often seems worse in quiet settings or at night. Understanding this distinction makes symptom management easier.
How Sound Therapy Helps
Sound therapy uses gentle background sounds to lower the contrast between tinnitus and silence. It doesn't "cure" tinnitus, but may help your brain tune out unwanted noise over time.
Popular sound options:
- White, pink, and brown noise
- Nature sounds or ambient tones
- Personalized frequency maskers
Daily Habits That Reduce Tinnitus Impact
Consistent, simple actions may support comfort:
- Keep listening volumes moderate
- Manage stress with breathing exercises or light movement
- Watch caffeine and nicotine, especially if they make symptoms worse
- Use gentle sounds during quiet times
When to Use an App
A relief-focused app can help you:
- Mask tinnitus instantly with your preferred sounds
- Adjust frequency ranges to your comfort level
- Play sounds offline for enhanced privacy
- Set sleep timers or use background playback